Don’t take Canine distemper virus lightly
By Heidi Clayton One of the most lethal and preventable viruses that your dog could contract is the canine distemper virus. The vaccine for this virus is considered one of the core vaccines recommended for dogs. You could save your dog’s life by staying up-to-date on...Kennel cough in dogs
By Heidi Clayton Given the recent social media drama over the mysterious respiratory virus going around, I decided to talk about a condition that your dog is more likely to contract. Kennel cough, or specifically, canine infectious tracheobronchitis, is the most...Don’t panic yet about canine respiratory disease outbreak
By Heidi Clayton Numerous clients have contacted me concerning the media reports on the “mysterious” respiratory disease allegedly sweeping the nation. My response is to pump the brakes on the panic. For a variety of reasons, I am not any more concerned about this...What to consider before getting a dog this holiday season
By Heidi Clayton Every year at about this time, my social media feed fills with posts about getting or giving a dog or puppy as a Christmas gift. In just about all of the warning messages, the gifted dog or puppy is eventually abandoned or doomed to a life in a...
